Back End Developer

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Back-End Developer to join our team in Springfield, VA.

The Back-End Developer will lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of server-side logic, APIs, and system integration for technical applications. You will help ensure back-end components meet technical requirements and security standards while supporting overall mission objectives.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Designing, developing, and maintaining server-side applications and APIs.
• Building and managing databases while ensuring data integrity and security.
• Integrating with authentication systems and security frameworks to meet all requirements.
• Writing clean, efficient, and well-documented code for systems and interfaces.
• Implementing security controls and maintaining a robust library of technical documentation.
• Collaborating with developers and stakeholders to ensure seamless system integration.
• Providing technical leadership and mentoring to junior developers to drive the technical agenda.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field with 8+ years of experience in back-end development.
• Expertise in back-end programming languages such as Python, Java, C#, Ruby, or Node.js.
• Strong understanding of SQL and NoSQL database technologies and optimization techniques.
• Experience with API design and development, including REST or GraphQL.
• Proficiency with cloud platforms and containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of server-side frameworks and security best practices for classified environments.
• Knowledge of database design and optimization techniques
• Experience with authentication and authorization systems

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with classified systems and meeting complex security requirements.
• Expertise in designing microservices architectures and using message brokers like Kafka.
• Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or Ansible.
• Experience with serverless computing and high-performance data processing.

Clearance Requirements:

• An active TS/SCI with the ability to obtain and maintain a polygraph.

Physical Requirements:

• The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• You will need to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets and office machinery.
• You must be able to exchange accurate information when frequently communicating with co-workers and management.